1999 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |